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LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING 1 ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011

LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING 1 ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011. Objectives: To introduce the students to the proper meaning and use of critical thinking To help the students appreciate the value of critical thinking not only in their academic tasks, but moreso, in their personal and professional lives

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LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING 1 ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011

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  1. LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING1ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011 Objectives: • To introduce the students to the proper meaning and use of critical thinking • To help the students appreciate the value of critical thinking not only in their academic tasks, but moreso, in their personal and professional lives • To challenge the students to adopt the habit of critical thinking

  2. LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING1ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011 Classroom Protocols: • Punctuality in classroom attendance and turning in of requirements. • Active classroom participation. • Proper classroom decorum. • Compliance with the Student Handbook. • Read.

  3. LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING1ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011 Course Requirements: • Seatwork • Mini-paper • Oral exam • Quiz • Major exam

  4. LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING1ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011 Grading System: • Prelim: Class Standing (60%) + Major Exam (40%) • Final: Class Standing (60%) + Major Exam (40%) Grades will initially be qualitative. The numerical equivalent will be given at the final grading period.

  5. LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING1ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011 Alphabet Grades: • F: The essence of F-level work is that the student demonstrated a pattern of uncritical thinking and/or failed to do the required work of the course. • D: The essence of D-level work is that it demonstrates only a minimal level of understanding and skill in critical thinking. • C: The essence of C-level work is that it demonstrates more than a minimal level of skill but it is also highly inconsistent, with as many weaknesses as strengths. • B: The essence of B-level work is that it demonstrates more strengths than weaknesses and is more consistent in high level performance than C-level work. • A: Excellence overall, no major weaknesses.

  6. LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING1ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011 Course Outline: • Orientation • Introduction to Critical Thinking • Pioneers of Critical Thinking: Socrates, Plato, Aristotle • St. Thomas Aquinas and Critical Thinking • Critical Thinking: Concepts and Tools • The Human Mind • Fallacies Preliminary Exam

  7. LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING1ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011 Course Outline • Asking Essential Questions • Socratic Questioning • Critical Thinking Applied: a) Critical and Creative Thinking • Critical Thinking Applied: b) Critical Thinking and Other Disciplines • Critical Thinking Applied: c) Critical Thinking and Mass Media • Critical Thinking Applied: d) Critical Thinking and Ethical Reasoning • Final Exam

  8. LOGIC / CRITICAL THINKING1ST Sem, AY 2010 - 2011 REFERENCES: • Bachuber, Andrew H. Introduction to Logic. Appleton-Century Crofts, Inc., 1957. • Moore, Brooke Noel and Richard Parker. Critical Thinking. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2005. • Paul, Dr. Richard and Dr. Linda Elder. Critical and Creative Thinking. Dillon Beach, California: The Foundation for Critical Thinking, 2005. • _______________________________. Critical Thinking Competency Standards. Dillon Beach, California: The Foundation for Critical Thinking, 2005. • _______________________________. Guide To Critical Thinking. Dillon Beach, California: The Foundation for Critical Thinking, 2005.. • _______________________________. How To Detect Media Bias and Propaganda. Dillon Beach, California: The Foundation for Critical Thinking, 2005. • _______________________________. How To Study and Learn A Discipline. Dillon Beach, California: The Foundation for Critical Thinking, 2005. • _______________________________. The Art of Socratic Questioning. Dillon Beach, California: The Foundation for Critical Thinking, 2005. • _______________________________. The Thinker’s Guide To Fallacies. Dillon Beach, California: The Foundation for Critical Thinking, 2005. • _______________________________. Understanding The Foundations of Ethical Reasoning. Dillon Beach, California: The Foundation for Critical Thinking, 2005.

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